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Miika Linna is a Visiting Professor in the Department of Industrial Engineering and Management at the University of Eastern Finland. With expertise in healthcare economics, cardiology, and epidemiology, his research focuses on optimizing healthcare systems and understanding disease management strategies, particularly in atrial fibrillation, multimorbidity, and stroke care. He has led two major projects funded by the Academy of Finland, aiming to improve social welfare and healthcare reform through data-driven solutions. His work addresses cost-effectiveness, treatment outcomes, and geographic disparities in healthcare access.
Education:
- Doctoral degree in Engineering and Technology, Helsinki University of Technology (1999)
- Master's degree in Engineering and Technology, Helsinki University of Technology (1991)
Research Interests:
- Healthcare cost analysis and efficiency
- Clinical epidemiology of cardiovascular diseases
- Policy implications of healthcare delivery models
- Population health monitoring
Recent publications highlight trends in anticoagulant therapy, rural-urban healthcare disparities, and cost-effectiveness of mobile healthcare solutions. His work has been cited in over 50 peer-reviewed articles and featured in media coverage discussing atrial fibrillation management and pandemic vaccine impacts.
Grants and Projects:
- Impro II (2021–2023): Enhanced data infrastructure for healthcare reform
- Impro (2018–2021): Optimizing service solutions in social welfare systems
Labs/Teams: Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams in cardiology, epidemiology, and health policy research, leveraging national healthcare registries for large-scale analyses.
